Our Advisors

Meet the People Behind the Plans

Behind every AWT itinerary is a real person who has been there, hosted that, or knows the guide by name. Our team brings decades of combined experience, specialist credentials, and a genuine love of getting the details right. Find the advisor who fits the way you travel, or call the office and we'll match you.

Leadership

Leading the Agency

Alfred Volden

Alfred Volden

President & CEO

CTIE, Accredited Space Agent (Virgin Galactic)

I'm the owner of All-World Travel, so presently I focus a little less on new business and a little more on managing the spectacular advisors we work with. You can still contact me, though; I can definitely route you to the right person for your specific travel ideas. Here's how all of us look at it: travel is a gift. It can change everything about how you process the world around you. When you work with one of our advisors, that gift becomes transformative; it becomes a dream-fulfiller, a value-add, and a series of "wow" moments. You'll only take so many trips in your life, so you need them to be special. We can help. Whether you’re looking for help on your next trip or want to explore how to turn your dreams into a Wanderlist travel plan, I would love an opportunity to learn more about you.

Since 1988Adventure & SafariBeach & SunFamily TravelFood & Wine
Paula McCormish

Paula McCormish

Leisure Manager

The greatest satisfaction I get from being an advisor is fulfilling my clients' travel dreams. I've built long-term relationships with clients during my decades in the business, and they become personal friends. I now handle travel for the children of many of those clients.

Since 1983Beach & CaribbeanDestination WeddingsOcean CruisingHoneymoons

Senior & Specialist Advisors

Decades of Specialist Expertise

Paula Kay Eastham

Paula Kay Eastham

Leisure Travel Advisor

ACC, CTC

My goal is to see that you have a worry-free vacation, save you planning time, and make sure your trip is even better than you expected. My specialty is the South Pacific, but lucky me, I sell the world. Only Premier Aussie Specialist, Tahiti Tiare, and Fiji Matai in the state.

Since 1995199 reviews, 99% recommendedSouth PacificAustraliaTahitiFiji
Julie Fulwiler

Julie Fulwiler

Travel Advisor

In my 30 years at All World Travel, I have been blessed with working with the best clients I could ever ask for! I've helped plan everything from ocean cruises and African safaris to dream vacations on exotic islands. I am a certified Virtuoso Voyager Club host and have hosted cruises around the world.

Since 1984Ocean & River CruisingEscorted ToursFamily Travel
Kathleen Ortiz

Kathleen Ortiz

Travel Advisor

In December 2024, I completed 40 years in the travel industry. As a travel consultant and group travel specialist, I have visited thirty-three countries. Land tours, pilgrimages, and river cruises through the heartland of Europe have showcased the culture and history of those who built the civilizations I love to explore.

Since 1984English, French, SpanishRiver CruisingEscorted ToursRail JourneysGroup Travel
Deborah Terracino

Deborah Terracino

Advisor / Air Specialist

Sabre Air Specialist

As a Sabre Air Specialist, I can take you anywhere you want to go. For over 30 years I have provided superior customer service to leisure and corporate clients. I am a South Africa Specialist who has been seven times, and I host Virtuoso Voyages departures. Ask me about Dubai, New Zealand, the Maldives, Thailand, and Tahiti.

Since 1993Air TravelInternational Custom VacationsSouth AfricaCruising
Jason Merrell

Jason Merrell

Travel Advisor

I started in 1979, emptying the trash at All World Travel. I was 10. I joined the agency officially in 1991, and since then have been helping agents and clients with flights, hotels, cars, tours, cruises, and travel advice.

Since 1991HoneymoonsEscorted ToursRiver CruisingSafari
Tina Aikman

Tina Aikman

Travel Advisor

Certified Specialist of Wine

A Certified Specialist of Wine who leads culinary groups to cooking schools in Italy and vineyards across France. I studied with the Society of Wine Educators, the International Sommelier Guild, and WSET — I do not just book wine country, I understand it.

Culinary & Wine ToursFrance & ItalyRiver Cruising & Rail
Cheryl Strotz

Cheryl Strotz

Travel Advisor

Born in Panama City and raised on the island of Aruba, I bring island life to every trip I plan. I speak Spanish, have visited Hawaii more than 20 times, and I know the Caribbean like only someone who grew up there can.

Since 1980Beach & SunOcean CruisingCulture & History

Advisors & Affiliates

Advisors & Affiliates

Apalonia Vidaurri

Apalonia Vidaurri

Advisor

I have been in the hospitality industry for fifteen-plus years, and it is my passion to help others achieve their travel dreams — from solo adventurers to families, beach vacations to hiking volcanoes. I specialize in LGBTQ travel and adventure across six continents. There is a destination for everyone, from Spain to Kenya to Japan, and every place has its person. My job is matching you to yours.

Since 2023AdventureOcean & River CruisingLGBTQ Travel
Cyndy Garcia

Cyndy Garcia

Advisor

I love helping clients discover new places and experiences they did not know were possible. Whether it is a quick getaway or a once-in-a-lifetime journey, I am here to handle every detail so you can focus on the adventure. My favorite part of this work is the moment a client comes home and tells me the trip exceeded everything they imagined — that is what I work toward on every booking.

Dee Larson

Dee Larson

Travel Advisor

“One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.” – Henry Miller. I started All World Travel in 1979, just 2 gals hand-writing corporate airline tickets. How things have changed! My son always says it's easier to count the places I haven't been than those I have. I love the wilds of Africa, I love cruising on the oceans and the rivers of the world, riding the rails in India and Canada, driving the countryside in Tuscany. I love to travel. I look forward to sharing my experiences with you, and helping you make lifetime memories of your own.

Elisa Eaglin

Elisa Eaglin

Leisure Travel Advisor

I was born and raised in Finland, and I have been designing luxury travel itineraries since 1976. I love highlighting the fabulous partners All World works with — and making sure every client experiences the very best of each destination. Athens I have been thirteen times; every visit reveals something new. A city that old never stops giving.

George Keller

George Keller

Independent Affiliate

Hawaii is my love, the Mexican Riviera my specialty, and European rivers my latest passion. I retired from a "real career" to follow my childhood dream of travel — collecting brochures since grade school — and I have been making clients' wishes come true since 1996. I truly love connecting my travelers with destinations on their wish list. Once I know you and what your interests are, there is a world of possibilities.

Janey Marbach

Janey Marbach

Travel Advisor

An Imperial Tours China Specialist and Paul Gauguin Cruise Specialist, I have spent thirty-one years perfecting the art of ocean and river cruising. Hawaii, Tahiti, and China are my favorites — and they become my clients' favorites too. I have personally visited Cambodia, Vietnam, and the South Pacific. Be flexible, explore some place different, and have fun — as a Virtuoso advisor, I have access to exclusive experiences, private shore excursions, and hotel upgrades.

Kathy Brown

Kathy Brown

Travel Advisor

A military brat turned travel junkie, I believe travel is fatal to prejudice. I specialize in European touring and cruising — the UK, France, Germany, and Italy — with a gift for finding the perfect shop, museum, and café along the way. I love the anticipation of going, the arranging of details, making the dream come true. The memories you bring home are the best souvenirs.

Kymm Townsend

Kymm Townsend

Advisor

A Tauck Academy-certified agent who has sailed the Danube, the Rhine, and the Galápagos. I have experienced river cruises with AMA Waterways, Uniworld, and Viking, and ocean cruises with Azamara — I even planned my own son's destination wedding in Cancun. The best thing about escorted travel is you do not have to worry about driving. Your guide is with you the whole trip, teaching you about the history and sights.

Lance M. Gilliam

Lance M. Gilliam

Independent Contractor

After a career in public service, I turned my lifelong passion for travel into a second calling. I chase culture, cuisine, and festivals across Europe — from London to Tbilisi to the Baltic coast — and I speak Spanish along the way. Travel can change your perspective on everything. Whether it is adventure or relaxation, I want your experience to be a positive one — thoroughly planned so you can focus entirely on being there.

Lu Ann Cortese

Lu Ann Cortese

Personal Travel Advisor

Hooked on Italy since my grandmother's handmade pasta, I have spent thirty-five years introducing travelers to Bella Italia and the rest of Europe. I am a Virtuoso Voyages Certified Host with eighty-six five-star reviews — one of the most trusted advisors in the agency. One trip to Italy leads to other countries in Europe and Great Britain; there is a never-ending list of things to see and do, each trip a new experience and an unforgettable memory.

Maria De La Torre

Maria De La Torre

Independent Affiliate

Born and raised in South America, educated in Argentina, England, and Switzerland, and fluent in French and Spanish, I have visited over one hundred countries and cruised more than twenty-five voyages. I pride myself on extra attention to detail while planning high-quality experiences. My clients appreciate the extra level of service I provide during the entire process — and speaking French and Spanish opens doors in places where English does not.

Joyce Qualls

Joyce Qualls

Travel Advisor

A former flight attendant who owned her own agency for 30 years, I now sell luxury and premium cruises from my home in Arizona. My travels have taken me to Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, China, and all over Europe — and I bring every mile of experience to your booking.

Ocean & River CruisingFood & WineCulture & History
Samantha Sandoval

Samantha Sandoval

Travel Advisor

I design custom journeys for families, couples, groups, and solo travelers — blending iconic experiences with local discoveries and room for spontaneity. I am drawn across continents: Italy, Portugal, and Spain for the culture, then French Polynesia, Australia, and Fiji for the wonder. Travel is about more than checking destinations off a list. I build in meaningful moments with room for spontaneity so your journey feels truly personal.

Stacie Nordvold

Stacie Nordvold

Independent Contractor

A Virtuoso Voyages Certified Host who specializes in turn-key luxury experiences — golf, safari, yacht charters, and sustainable travel. I craft personalized itineraries that become cherished lifetime memories, from Morocco to the Mediterranean. Travel is my passion. Exploring new places broadens our horizons and fills us with amazing memories. Tell me about your dream trip and I will craft a personalized itinerary that becomes a cherished lifetime memory.

Not sure who fits?

Call the office and we'll match you with the right advisor for your trip.

(505) 294-5031